She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, John Kiss and a son in law, Richard Manzella.

Born in Hungary, Maria came to the United States in 1956. She attended Streator grade schools and graduated from Streator High School.

Through the years, she worked for both Baldwin's Grocery Store and Opdykes. She sold Avon and also owned and operated L & H Venetian Blind Service for over 20 years.

She was a member of the former St. Stephen's Church which is now St. Michael the Archangel Church. She was an officer of Branch #40 of the First Catholic Slovak Union and belonged to the First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association, United Commercial Travelers, and the St. Stephen's Altar and Rosary Society. She also served for 26 years as an election judge.

Maria was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who was extremely proud of her children! Her grandchildren were the light of her life as they would always bring a smile to her face! She will be sadly missed by her loving family and friends.